Worst Contact

Author : Hank Davis
Publisher : Baen Publishing Enterprises
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781625794789

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Worst Contact by Hank Davis Pdf

STORIES OF ALIEN CONTACT GONE WRONG. Will it be, "Greeting, fellow Sentients" or, "Nice PlanetÊwe'll take itî? These stories from SF greats answer the question, "Are we alone in the universe?" with a resounding, "No, but we wish we were!" When the first contact between humans and aliens from another planet happens, will they say, _Take me to your leader,î or is _Surrender, puny primitive bipedsî more likely? Or maybe, _Hello there, Im selling the latest edition of the Galactic Encyclopedia, and no planet should be without a set,î might be the first words from the alien visitor. Ever since H.G. Wells wrote The War of the Worlds, science fiction writers have speculated on what the first contact might be like. From attacking invaders to wise and benevolent visitors who are ready to solve all our problems for us, from horror stories to hilarious satire, with all the stops in between, including plenty of tales in which the aliens are the ones who wish theyd stayed at home and never come across Earth and its inhabitants. With stories by such science fiction masters as Poul Anderson, David Drake, William Tenn, Sarah A. Hoyt, Tony Daniel, and more, this is a collection filled with chills, thrills, and laughter, all reporting on what happens when First Contact turns into Worst Contact. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). Praise for anthologies edited by Hank Davis: A Cosmic Christmas 2 You: _This creative and sprightly Christmas science fiction anthology spins in some surprising directions . . . A satisfying read for cold winter evenings, this anthology is a great stocking stuffer for SF fans.îÊPublishers Weekly In Space No One Can Hear You Scream: _From Arthur C. Clarke's interplanetary riff on the lonely night's walk ("A Walk in the Dark") to George R.R. Martin's award-winning classic of irresponsible alien pet ownership ("Sandkings"), the 13 tales in this collection blend sf with horror to demonstrate the resiliency of both genres. VERDICT: Including selections by Clark Ashton Smith, Robert Sheckley, Elizabeth Bear, Sarah Monette, and other stars, this seasonal collection offers strong tales by the genre's best storytellers.î ÊLibrary Journal

Author : Ian Millington
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2010-07-23
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780123819765

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Game Physics Engine Development by Ian Millington Pdf

Physics is really important to game programmers who need to know how to add physical realism to their games. They need to take into account the laws of physics when creating a simulation or game engine, particularly in 3D computer graphics, for the purpose of making the effects appear more real to the observer or player.The game engine needs to recognize the physical properties of objects that artists create, and combine them with realistic motion. The physics ENGINE is a computer program that you work into your game that simulates Newtonian physics and predict effects under different conditions. In video games, the physics engine uses real-time physics to improve realism. This is the only book in its category to take readers through the process of building a complete game-ready physics engine from scratch. The Cyclone game engine featured in the book was written specifically for this book and has been utilized in iPhone application development and Adobe Flash projects. There is a good deal of master-class level information available, but almost nothing in any format that teaches the basics in a practical way. The second edition includes NEW and/or revised material on collision detection, 2D physics, casual game physics for Flash games, more references, a glossary, and end-of-chapter exercises. The companion website will include the full source code of the Cyclone physics engine, along with example applications that show the physics system in operation.

Author : J.Z. Ma,Fang Shao,L.P. Hu,J. Liu,D.M. Chen
Publisher : Trans Tech Publications Ltd
Page : 4066 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783038265771

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Advanced Manufacturing and Information Engineering, Intelligent Instrumentation and Industry Development by J.Z. Ma,Fang Shao,L.P. Hu,J. Liu,D.M. Chen Pdf

Collection of selected, peer reviewed papers from the 2014 2nd International Conference on Precision Mechanical Instruments and Measurement Technology (ICPMIMT 2014), May 30-31, 2014, Chongqing, China. The 885 papers are grouped as follows: Chapter 1: Mechanics and Dynamics, Applied Mechanics, Advanced Development in Manufacturing and Industry Engineering, Chapter 2: Mechatronics, Automation and Control, Intelligent Algorithms for Automation and Control, Chapter 3: Measurement and Instrumentation, Monitoring, Testing, Detection, Recognition and Identification Technologies, Chapter 4: Power and Electric Research, Electronics and Microelectronics, Embedded and Integrated Systems, Chapter 5: Algorithms, Computation and Information Technologies

Author : Frank Kussy
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351455954

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Design Fundamentals for Low-Voltage Distribution and Control by Frank Kussy Pdf

Design Fundamentals for Low-Voltage Distribution and Control provides practical guidelinesfor all aspects of this vital topic. Linking theoretical principles with real hardware designs,the book will help engineers meet safety and regulatory standards, reduce redesign costs,shorten product development and testing cycles, and develop more reliable, efficientequipment.This outstanding reference highlights the determination of reactance and resistances of conductors... discusses heat transfer problems in industrial apparatus . .. and considers shortcircuit and ground fault calculations as well as temperature rise and forces occurring underfault conditions.Design Fundamentals for Low-Voltage Distribution and Control applies thermodynamicprinciples to electrical equipment, including coverage of heat transfer equations, calculationexamples for conductor sizes, and insulation. It provides empirical models to show howhigher order theoretical equations can be practically approximated . . . and includes samplecalculations for magnet size, circuit breakers, fault current, arc interruption, and other propertiesand equipment.In addition, the book compares design requirements for both U.S. and European equipment.Featuring numerous equations, graphs, tables, test procedures, and diagrams, Design Fundamentalsfor Low-Voltage Distribution and Control is an invaluable practical guide for electricaland electronics, design, project, and power engineers involved with the design andapplication of electrical apparatus; and graduate students of electrical engineering, powerengineering, and electro technology.

Author : Miomir Vukobratovic
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789812834768

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Dynamics and Robust Control of Robot-Environment Interaction by Miomir Vukobratovic Pdf

This book covers the most attractive problem in robot control, dealing with the direct interaction between a robot and a dynamic environment, including the human-robot physical interaction. It provides comprehensive theoretical and experimental coverage of interaction control problems, starting from the mathematical modeling of robots interacting with complex dynamic environments, and proceeding to various concepts for interaction control design and implementation algorithms at different control layers. Focusing on the learning principle, it also shows the application of new and advanced learning algorithms for robotic contact tasks.

Author : GamerGuides
Publisher : Gamer Guides
Page : 811 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-20
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781630411008

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The Outer Worlds - Strategy Guide by GamerGuides Pdf

Lost in transit while on a colonist ship bound for the furthest edge of the galaxy, you awake decades later than you expected only to find yourself in the midst of a deep conspiracy threatening to destroy the Halcyon colony. As you explore the furthest reaches of space and encounter a host of factions all vying for power, who you decide to become will determine the fate of everyone in Halcyon. In the corporate equation for the colony, you are the unplanned variable. Inside this comprehensive strategy guide for the latest RPG from Obsidian Entertainment you will find: - Character creation guide. - Companions guide. - Full walkthrough of all main quests, side quests, companion quests. - Strategies for completing Supernova difficulty - Trophy guide. - And much, much more! This guide will be initially released on December 6th 2019 and will be updated regularly with future updates over the following weeks.

Author : Nicholus Tayari Akankwasa,Dieter Veit
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128229552

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Advances in Modeling and Simulation in Textile Engineering by Nicholus Tayari Akankwasa,Dieter Veit Pdf

Advances in Modeling and Simulation in Textile Engineering: New Concepts, Methods, and Applications explains the advanced principles and techniques that can be used to solve textile engineering problems using numerical modeling and simulation. The book draws on innovative research and industry practice to explain methods for the modeling of all of these processes, helping readers apply computational power to more areas of textile engineering. Experimental results are presented and linked closely to processes and methods of implementation. Diverse concepts such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics, three-dimensional motion, and multi-phase flow are addressed. Finally, tools, theoretical principles, and numerical models are extensively covered. Textile engineering involves complex processes which are not easily expressed numerically or simulated, such as fiber motion simulation, yarn to fiber formation, melt spinning technology, optimization of yarn production, textile machinery design and optimization, and modeling of textile/fabric reinforcements. Provides new approaches and techniques to simulate a wide range of textile processes from geometry to manufacturing Includes coverage of detailed mathematical methods for textiles, including neural networks, genetic algorithms, and the finite element method Addresses modeling techniques for many different phenomena, including heat transfer, fluid dynamics and multi-phase flow

Author : Daljit S. Gill,Farhad B. Naini
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781444346107

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Orthodontics by Daljit S. Gill,Farhad B. Naini Pdf

This latest addition to the Dental Update books series provides a clear and thorough guide to contemporary orthodontic principles and practice. Written as a highly practical clinical manual, it covers patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning of both standard class malocclusions and specific entities such as impacted teeth, digit sucking habits and asymmetries, as well as appliance techniques, complex and multidisciplinary care, and retention. Orthodontics: Principles and Practice is written by a range of international specialists in the field. It is an essential guide to the subject for dentists seeking to improve their knowledge of orthodontics, as well as dentistry students and trainee orthodontists. Key features • Covers the full process of orthodontic treatment from initial patient assessment to post-treatment stability • Provides up to date, evidence based and clinically relevant information • Presented in a clear practical format for use as a clinical manual • Written by international orthodontic specialists • Highly illustrated in full colour throughout

Author : Nam P. Suh
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2005-02-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780199799077

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Complexity by Nam P. Suh Pdf

Nam P. Suh focussed his axiomatic design theories on methods to understand and deal with complexity. Suh is a well-respected designer and researcher in the fields of manufacturing and composite materials. He is best known for his systems that aim to speed up and simplify the process of design for manufacturing. The 'axioms' in axiomatic design refer to a process to help engineers reduce design specifications down to their simplest components, so that the engineers can produce the simplest possible solution to a problem. Complexity, besides being a key area of burgeoning research in disciplines interested in complex systems and chaos theory (like computer science and physics), is a complicating factor in engineering design that many engineers find difficult to overcome. Suh's multidisciplinary exploration of complex systems is meant to eliminate much of the confusion and allow engineers to accommodate complexity within simple, elegant design solutions.

Author : Young Suh Song
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 930 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789819966493

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Handbook of Emerging Materials for Semiconductor Industry by Young Suh Song Pdf

Author : Cristian Tileagă,Martha Augoustinos,Kevin Durrheim
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-29
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781000418941

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The Routledge International Handbook of Discrimination, Prejudice and Stereotyping by Cristian Tileagă,Martha Augoustinos,Kevin Durrheim Pdf

Looks at the social psychology of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination in the context of broader concerns with social justice (law, employment, public policy, mental health) Strikes a balance between an authoritative, synthetic, review of current and emerging debates, as well as a focus on state-of-the-art empirical work Examines a central social psychological theme – the idea that problems of prejudice and hostility in society are not simply a matter of flawed reasoning, irrational propensities and/or attitudinal negativity

Author : S. Coffa,F. Priolo,Emanuele Rimini,J.M. Poate
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 523 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789401127141

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Crucial Issues in Semiconductor Materials and Processing Technologies by S. Coffa,F. Priolo,Emanuele Rimini,J.M. Poate Pdf

Semiconductors lie at the heart of some of the most important industries and technologies of the twentieth century. The complexity of silicon integrated circuits is increasing considerably because of the continuous dimensional shrinkage to improve efficiency and functionality. This evolution in design rules poses real challenges for the materials scientists and processing engineers. Materials, defects and processing now have to be understood in their totality. World experts discuss, in this volume, the crucial issues facing lithography, ion implication and plasma processing, metallization and insulating layer quality, and crystal growth. Particular emphasis is placed upon silicon, but compound semiconductors and photonic materials are also highlighted. The fundamental concepts of phase stability, interfaces and defects play a key role in understanding these crucial issues. These concepts are reviewed in a crucial fashion.

Author : Robin Sen
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781350314122

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Effective Practice with Looked After Children by Robin Sen Pdf

Since the key developments that policy and research have undergone over the course of the past years, meeting the specific needs of looked after children is a priority for modern social work policy and practice. This comprehensive text combines an accessible overview of statutory policy and legislation with analysis of core theories and interventions to provide a guide for effective practice with children in all care settings by: - Covering legislation as well as research-based analysis of the key interventions and practice methods in the field - Meeting market needs: students and practitioners struggle with the dearth of specific material on looked after children - this text supports them in a core component of social work study and practice - Consolidating learning through its use of reflective questions, case studies, exercises and research analysis This book offers an accessible overview of the care context in Britain and is essential reading for students and practitioners wishing to develop effective practice within childcare.

Author : Sotiris Makris
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030515911

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Cooperating Robots for Flexible Manufacturing by Sotiris Makris Pdf

This book consolidates the current state of knowledge on implementing cooperating robot-based systems to increase the flexibility of manufacturing systems. It is based on the concrete experiences of experts, practitioners, and engineers in implementing cooperating robot systems for more flexible manufacturing systems. Thanks to the great variety of manufacturing systems that we had the opportunity to study, a remarkable collection of methods and tools has emerged. The aim of the book is to share this experience with academia and industry practitioners seeking to improve manufacturing practice. While there are various books on teaching principles for robotics, this book offers a unique opportunity to dive into the practical aspects of implementing complex real-world robotic applications. As it is used in this book, the term “cooperating robots” refers to robots that either cooperate with one another or with people. The book investigates various aspects of cooperation in the context of implementing flexible manufacturing systems. Accordingly, manufacturing systems are the main focus in the discussion on implementing such robotic systems. The book begins with a brief introduction to the concept of manufacturing systems, followed by a discussion of flexibility. Aspects of designing such systems, e.g. material flow, logistics, processing times, shop floor footprint, and design of flexible handling systems, are subsequently covered. In closing, the book addresses key issues in operating such systems, which concern e.g. decision-making, autonomy, cooperation, communication, task scheduling, motion generation, and distribution of control between different devices. Reviewing the state of the art and presenting the latest innovations, the book offers a valuable asset for a broad readership.

Author : Carmen Rodriguez-Blazquez,Maria João Forjaz,Mayela Rodríguez-Violante
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9782889710614

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Measurement Tools for Clinical Assessment, Characterization and Neurorehabilitation of Parkinson's Disease by Carmen Rodriguez-Blazquez,Maria João Forjaz,Mayela Rodríguez-Violante Pdf

Dr. Carmen Rodriguez-Blazquez received support from AbbVie for attending two scientific congresses. Prof. Mayela Rodriguez-Violante received honorariums from Medtronic and Everneuropharma.